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Pinching skin hard can cause petechiae? on google it suggests amyloidosis?
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That not uncommonly happens so do not think of the worst scenario and stop pinching your skin. Take care.
Answered 5/23/2023
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Pinching skin hard, in anybody will cause petechiae. Canceled primary care physician if you have concerns about amyloidosis.
Answered 5/23/2023
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The classic sign of AL amyloidosis is pinch purpura, not petechiae. It would be a very unlikely condition in your age group.
Answered 5/24/2023
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